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  • light overflowing beer in mug

    Gose Beer: The Salty German Ale You Should Know About

    Gose is a salty, funky beer that's worth trying, especially if you like sours. Here's what you need to know about the history of this unique German beer.

    By Hannah Brantley 6 months ago Read More
  • cream pie

    The Fruity Drink Mix Pie That Used To Be A Summer Staple

    A little drink mix goes a long way, and this one had quite a heyday in the mid 20th century. It's still being sold, too, if you want to try it for yourself.

    By Neala Broderick 6 months ago Read More
  • collage of German dishes on table

    15 Classic German Dishes To Try At Least Once

    German cuisine is so much more than just beer and pretzels. Take a look at some of the most classic German dishes, from sauerbraten to pfeffernüsse.

    By Charlotte Pointing 6 months ago Read More
  • Three people cheers tiki drinks

    Once A Tiki Party Essential, This 1960s Appetizer Has All But Vanished

    Appearing on the menu of a California tiki restaurant in the 1940s, this appetizer exploded in the '60s but vanished since. Here's the story and how to make it.

    By Whitney Bard 6 months ago Read More
  • Composite image featuring several discontinued 1980s cereals

    10 Discontinued Cereals From The '80s We Still Mourn At The Grocery Store

    Few decades continue to conjure a rabidly enthusiastic sense of nostalgia quite like the 1980s, and these discontinued cereals are important artifacts of that.

    By Hunter Wren Miele 6 months ago Read More
  • tuna salad on Club crackeres

    Take A Break From Tuna Salad With This 1950s-Era Swap

    If you're burned out on tuna (or looking to go retro), there's another cold deli salad from the same era that deserves your attention.

    By Rachel S. 6 months ago Read More
  • Blocks of cheese and a cheese dish with European cities in the background

    The Top 10 Cheese-Consuming Countries (And Their Favorite Varieties)

    From gouda to gorgonzola and brie to juustoleipä, explore the world’s top cheese-consuming countries and their most iconic regional varieties.

    By Mona Bassil 6 months ago Read More
  • A chocolate bar with one square removed against a black background

    The First Chocolate Bar Ever Produced Wasn't Made By Hershey Or Cadbury

    Hershey and Cadbury changed the confectionery game, but they weren't first. Find out who actually crafted the world's first ever chocolate bar.

    By Holly Tishfield 6 months ago Read More
  • Collage of Texas sheet cake, hummingbird cake, and Boston cream pie

    10 Unique Cakes You'll Only Find In Certain Parts Of The US

    Cake has been a rich part of U.S. food history since the 19th century. However, you'll only find these unique desserts in certain parts of the states.

    By Lily McElveen 6 months ago Read More
  • The M&Ms logo covered by red, orange, green, yellow, and brown M&Ms

    The Rarest M&M Color Was Actually Ubiquitous Back In The Day

    M&Ms come in a bright rainbow of colors, but if you've been paying attention, one color is a little more rare these days than it used to be.

    By Rachel S. 6 months ago Read More
  • Four rows of various chips in a grocery store.

    10 Underrated Vintage Snack Brands You'll Still Find On Store Shelves Today

    Modern grocery shelves may be lined with innovative new treats, but these underrated, vintage snacks have been satisfying appetites for decades.

    By Megan Miranda Reyes 6 months ago Read More
  • A white bowl of kettle cooked potato chips

    The First Kettle Chip Brand Wasn't The Popular Cape Cod One

    Cape Cod might be one of the most popular kettle chip brands, but it wasn't the first. In fact, the creation of the kettle chip comes with a bit of controversy.

    By Holly Tishfield 6 months ago Read More
  • Aerial view of four s'mores against a grey background

    The Minister Who Invented Graham Crackers Didn't Intend For Them To Be Used To Make S'mores

    If you didn't know, graham crackers were invented by a preacher, one who hoped to use them for a purpose far beyond the campfire.

    By Martha Brennan 6 months ago Read More
  • Television screen with a montage of old school candy commericals

    10 Old-School Candy Commercials That Totally Worked On Us

    These unforgettable old-school candy commercials made us crave sweets with catchy jingles and wild visuals. Some still echo in our heads to this very day.

    By Amy Bell 6 months ago Read More
  • Collage of dishes against Greek floor

    7 Popular Dishes That Originated In Ancient Greece

    While some foods clearly had their start in the modern age, the origins of other tasty delights can be traced to ancient Greece. Which ones are your favorites?

    By Charlotte Pointing 6 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain at a BUILD event in 2017

    Anthony Bourdain Loved This Old-School California Diner, But It's In Danger Of Shutting Down

    Anthony Bourdain was known for his love of local dives and greasy spoons with rich histories, and this California staple was no exception.

    By Dee Lopez 6 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of Lea & Perrins' original Worcestershire sauce on a store shelf

    Who Were Lea & Perrins, And How Did They End Up Inventing Worcestershire Sauce?

    Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce's ingredients have been debated for a long time. Here's a look at the inventors and how they created the well-loved sauce.

    By Allie Sivak 6 months ago Read More
  • jerk chicken on the grill

    The History Of Jamaican Jerk Seasoning And How It Became One Of The Most Popular Caribbean Spices

    Jamaican jerk is more than a seasoning blend — it's a method of cooking passed down from indigenous islanders to former enslaved people fighting for freedom.

    By Ian Fortey 6 months ago Read More
  • Ancient Persian ice tower

    How Persians Made Ice Cream In The Desert Hundreds Of Years Before The Freezer Was Invented

    This Persian ice dish isn't just delicious. The cooking and storage process developed to make it shows true ingenuity that far predated freezers!

    By Wendy Leigh 6 months ago Read More
  • Pierogis on plate with sour cream in center

    Why Pierogis Are A Traditional Ohio Staple

    One of Ohio's most well-known foods is the humble pierogi, a dumpling usually filled with potato and cheese that was brought to the state in the 1800s.

    By Lottë Reford 6 months ago Read More
  • Variety of flavored Coke products from around the world on an orange sparkly background

    10 Unique Coke Flavors From Around The World

    Once you get a closer look at the unique Coke flavors that are available outside of the U.S., you may just want to plan a trip to try some of them for yourself.

    By Samantha Maxwell 6 months ago Read More
  • Peanuts growing in field

    How This Classic Southern Snack Inspired A Civil War Song

    If you've ever heard the popular Civil War-era song "Eatin' Goober Peas," then this is the Southern snack you have to thank for that historical ditty.

    By Wendy Leigh 6 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of discontinued fast food items

    10 '90s Fast Food Items That Deserve A Comeback

    The '90s were a creative time for fast food brands, but not all innovation is long-lived. Here are 10 popular menu items that we wish we could taste again.

    By Ayomari 6 months ago Read More
  • Bottle of ketchup on a diner booth table, next to a bottle of barbecue sauce and a salt shaker

    Is Ketchup A Sauce Or A Condiment?

    The ubiquitous ketchup can be eaten with everything from burgers and eggs to meatloaf and fries. We're here to settle the debate: sauce or condiment?

    By Whitney Bard 6 months ago Read More
  • Marshmallow Fluff on store shelves

    The Pre-WWI Origins Of Marshmallow Fluff

    Marshmallow Fluff is an iconic condiment with New England origins that go back over 100 years ago. Here's the entire history of how it came to be.

    By Nathan Legare 6 months ago Read More
  • Shrimp scampi over linguini

    An Italian Might Laugh At The Name 'Shrimp Scampi.' Here's Why

    The beloved Italian-American dish is a comfort food for many. However, the name "shrimp scampi" comes off a little silly in the original Italian language.

    By Nathan Legare 6 months ago Read More
  • A thermometer, a pair of soapy hands, and a carton of eggs

    10 Modern Food Safety Rules No One Followed In The '70s

    In the 1970s, many food handlers didn't have the knowledge we do now. Examine with us some of the modern rules that were rarely followed back then.

    By James Hastings 6 months ago Read More
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